Tender

Frome Town Skatepark

FROME TOWN COUNCIL

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Tender

15 Oct 2025 at 16:45

Summary of the contracting process

Frome Town Council has initiated an open tender procedure for the design and installation of the Frome Town Skatepark, located in the South West region of the United Kingdom. The procurement process encompasses the complete removal of the existing skatepark, a co-design process, and includes planning and fundraising support. This opportunity, which is valued at £400,000 and classified under outdoor sports equipment and recreational installation, is currently in the tender stage, with submissions due before 12:00 PM on 10th December 2025. The contract period is expected to commence on 5th January 2026 and conclude by 30th April 2027.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in recreational construction and design, particularly those experienced in inclusive co-design processes for community projects. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to participate, as the suitability criteria favour smaller entities. With a focus on development and sports infrastructure, companies skilled in these domains could leverage this project to showcase their expertise, potentially leading to further contracts within the public sector. The open procedure format ensures a competitive and transparent selection process, providing equal opportunities for qualified businesses to bid.

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Notice Title

Frome Town Skatepark

Notice Description

To design and install a Skatepark by leading on an inclusive co-design process that includes the surrouding area and support for planning and fundraising. Project includes the removal of the existing skatepark and making good

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-0e954b28-cf4b-4a10-b886-189555523880
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d350e143-32d6-437d-8daf-0e58739b77e1
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

37 - Musical instruments, sport goods, games, toys, handicraft, art materials and accessories

45 - Construction work

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services


CPV Codes

37410000 - Outdoor sports equipment

45212140 - Recreation installation

45212172 - Recreation centre construction work

92000000 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£400,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
10 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
5 Jan 2026 - 30 Apr 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
FROME TOWN COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
FROME
Postcode
BA11 1EB
Post Town
Bath
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK62 Somerset
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Somerset
Electoral Ward
Frome West
Westminster Constituency
Frome and East Somerset

Further Information

Notice Documents

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